KYC & CDD

BPI Adopts National ID for Selfie-Based Account Opening

04/08/2026

The integration with the national identity system aims to boost financial inclusion and combat fraud by simplifying digital onboarding for customers.

Structural Regulation

Indonesia to Issue IDX Demutualisation Rules in September

04/08/2026

The new framework will implement Indonesia’s P2SK law, allowing for state ownership in the exchange while introducing safeguards to protect its independence.

AI Risk & Governance

Bangladesh to Build AI Platform for Commodity Market Surveillance

04/08/2026

A high-powered committee has been formed to create a roadmap for an AI-driven system designed to predict commodity shortages and prevent price volatility.

Payments & Settlements

Bangladesh Updates Export FX Framework, Adds Digital Finance Rules

04/08/2026

New consolidated circular introduces rules for digital documentation, supply chain finance, and dedicated provisions for freelancers and e-commerce exporters.

Capital Adequacy

Korean Regulator Publishes 2027 List of Designated D-SIBs

04/08/2026

D-SIBs on the list, which remains unchanged from the previous year, are required them to maintain a 1% capital surcharge and submit recovery plans.

Structural Regulation

Korea Overhauls Disclosure Rules for Pharma and Biotech Firms

04/08/2026

New rules will enforce standardised IPO valuations, detailed contract disclosures, and complete pipeline histories to curb hype and protect investors.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

New Zealand Warns Banks on Offset Mortgage Controls After ASIC Review

04/08/2026

The FMA has urged banks to review their offset mortgage controls following an Australian probe that found customers were being overcharged on interest.

Cloud & Infrastructure

Korea Digitises Consular Power of Attorney for Financial Services

04/08/2026

The new system replaces international mail with a secure electronic process, initially involving seven major FIs to streamline banking for overseas nationals.

AI Risk & Governance

Koscom to Launch AI and English Data Services for Foreign Investors

04/08/2026

Koscom is launching new tools to reduce information asymmetry and support the government's capital market globalisation policy.